Teddy Turner ad: Break up with the pols

Teddy Turner, who’s seeking South Carolina’s open house seat in the 1st Congressional District, has launched a new 30-second ad, advising Palmetto State voters to “break up” with career politicians.

The TV spot features a classic — albeit cheesy — romantic Hollywood setting complete with lit candles, a fireplace and an actor, swirling a glass of red wine. The actor, playing the part of a flattering playboy pleads with the audience for another chance, promising that he can change.

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“I know I’ve spent too much, but what’s a few trillion? It was all for you, but I’ve changed. I’ll keep my promises this time, it’ll be different. I’m sorry for all the mistakes I’ve made. Sugar, just give me one more chance?” the character says in the ad before blowing a kiss at the camera.

The ad then shows a candlelit tabletop with framed photos of all the other Republican candidates competing in the GOP primary — including former Gov. Mark Sanford, who’s trying to restore his public image following an extramarital affair in 2009 — to be the party nominee for the state’s special election for the 1st District House seat.

“Break up with career politicians,” a female narrator says. “The right guy? Teddy Turner, conservative Republican, economics teacher, not a politician.”

Turner, the son of CNN founder Ted Turner, is one of many Republicans hoping to grab the congressional seat in the red state left vacant by now-Sen. Tim Scott, after he was appointed by Gov. Nikki Hailey to take retired Sen. Jim DeMint’s seat.

The GOP primary is slotted for March 19, while the general election will be held on May 7.